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Weekly Recap of ASX 200: Fresh Highs and Lows
Welcome to the latest edition of the 52-Week Series, where we evaluate the performance of S&P/ASX 200 stocks that have reached new annual highs and lows within the past week. This analysis is vital as it helps unveil emerging trends across different sectors and stocks.
When numerous companies in a sector hit new highs or lows, it usually signifies significant underlying factors. These may include changes in commodity prices, shifting demand patterns—like the growing emphasis on artificial intelligence, movements into defensive sectors, or signs of consumer weakness—and companies surpassing or falling short of earnings expectations.
52-Week Highs and Lows by Sector
Here’s a summary of the performance across various sectors:
- Industrials: 5 Highs, 0 Lows
- Financials: 2 Highs, 0 Lows
- Technology: 2 Highs, 0 Lows
- Energy: 2 Highs, 0 Lows
- Materials: 2 Highs, 2 Lows
- Utilities: 1 High, 1 Low
- Staples: 1 High, 1 Low
- Real Estate: 1 High, 0 Lows
- Telecommunications: 1 High, 0 Lows
- Discretionary: 0 Highs, 1 Low
- Health Care: 0 Highs, 0 Lows
Insights from the Data
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Defensive Outperformance: The Industrials sector continues to perform strongly, with a consistent delivery of 52-week highs. Key players such as Austal, Brambles, and Ventia have shown solid performance over the past year, underpinned by robust earnings and merger and acquisition activities.
- Market Fatigue: This week has been relatively quiet regarding new highs and lows, indicating a potential fatigue within the market. On one hand, Friday witnessed a 0.64% rally, aiming for what could have been a record close; however, it subsequently declined by 0.43%. Analysts at Macquarie highlight that current valuations are exceeding the highs observed in 2024, marking levels not seen in over 20 years (excluding the COVID-19 spike). They caution that while high price-to-earnings ratios (P/Es) do not directly trigger corrections and may not predict short-term returns, they are challenging to maintain without improved growth.
ASX 200 Stocks at 52-Week Highs
The following stocks have achieved new highs in the past week:
| Ticker | Company | Close | Sector | 1 Week % Change | 1 Year % Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DYL | Deep Yellow | $1.77 | Energy | 4.4% | 197.5% |
| KAR | Karoon Energy | $1.90 | Energy | -8.2% | 10.3% |
| CBA | Commonwealth Bank | $185.36 | Financials | 1.6% | 105.1% |
| MPL | Medibank Private | $4.98 | Financials | 2.1% | 53.2% |
| ASB | Austal | $6.08 | Industrials | -2.3% | 237.8% |
| BXB | Brambles | $23.38 | Industrials | -4.8% | 118.3% |
| VNT | Ventia Services Group | $5.13 | Industrials | 2.6% | 106.0% |
| DOW | Downer EDI | $6.31 | Industrials | 4.1% | 25.0% |
| TCL | Transurban Group | $13.74 | Industrials | -5.8% | -4.5% |
| NEM | Newmont Corp | $88.45 | Materials | -1.0% | N/A |
| ORI | Orica | $19.26 | Materials | 1.4% | 22.1% |
| CHC | Charter Hall Group | $19.20 | Real Estate | -1.8% | 77.3% |
| MTS | Metcash | $3.91 | Staples | 5.7% | -7.8% |
| CDA | Codan | $20.08 | Technology | -0.9% | 188.5% |
| XRO | Xero | $182.99 | Technology | -5.6% | 137.8% |
| EVT | EVT | $16.41 | Telecommunications | 1.4% | 25.8% |
| APA | APA Group | $8.14 | Utilities | -6.8% | -27.8% |
Data indicates S&P/ASX 200 constituents that reached a 52-week high over the past week, sorted by sector and one-year percentage change. Share prices reflect values as of Friday, 27 June 2025.
ASX 200 Stocks at 52-Week Lows
Conversely, the following companies have hit new lows in the same timeframe:
| Ticker | Company | Close | Sector | 1 Week % Change | 1 Year % Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DMP | Domino’s Pizza Enterprises | $19.09 | Discretionary | -1.2% | -71.9% |
| TWE | Treasury Wine Estates | $7.81 | Staples | -4.9% | -30.5% |
| CIA | Champion Iron | $4.28 | Materials | 5.2% | -20.6% |
| RIO | Rio Tinto | $108.97 | Materials | 6.7% | 6.1% |
| AGL | AGL Energy | $9.79 | Utilities | -2.9% | 18.7% |
This data showcases S&P/ASX 200 constituents that reached a 52-week low within the past week, categorised by one-year percentage change. Share prices are accurate as of Friday, 27 June 2025.
This recap illustrates the dynamic nature of the ASX 200, shedding light on the varying trajectories across sectors and indicating broader market sentiments. Be sure to stay tuned for upcoming editions in the 52-Week Series.
